David N. Orchard

David N. Orchard obituary, Port Reading, NJ

David N. Orchard

David Orchard Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Apyre National Cremation Services - Port Reading on Jul. 19, 2025.

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David Norman Orchard, 75, of Macungie, Pennsylvania passed away on July 8, 2025. Born on November 3, 1949, in Sharon, Pennsylvania to Irene Elizabeth (Snyderwine) and Norman Morgan Chadwick Orchard.He was a graduate of Sharpsville Area High School and went on to further his studies at Pennsylvania State University, where he earned a degree in Social Welfare. Dave happily retired from Fres-co System USA in 2019.He was an avid Penn State Football fan. Dave was a lifelong animal lover and treated his pets like "fur babies". His cat Neveah, and especially Moses miss him dearly.He was the beloved husband of Rev. Allyson L. Krist- Orchard. He was also the father of Anne M. Baker and her husband Robert C. Baker. His family circle included his sister Margaret Orchard, his brother William Orchard and sister-in-law Peggy Orchard. David was also an uncle to Morgan Orchard and his wife Shannon Orchard, as well as Elizabeth Newcomb. He had one grandson, Ryan C. Baker, and two great nephews and two stepsons, Wm. Jay Michael and wife PJ., and Adam Clarke and wife Rachel.Dave was preceded in death by his sister Mary Lou Orchard and his wife Rosemarie C. Orchard.David's memory will be cherished by those who knew him and loved him. May his memory bring comfort to all whose lives he touched.Memorial contributions may be made in Dave's memory to The Sanctuary at Haafsville, or any animal rescue organization.A private memorial service led by Father Christopher Zelonis will be held Saturday, July 26th at 1:30pm at St. Joseph's Church, Coopersburg, PA.

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